When comparing RPG Maker vs Nez, the Slant community recommends RPG Maker for most people. In the question“What are the best 2D game engines?”RPG Maker is ranked 28th while Nez is ranked 74th. The most important reason people chose RPG Maker is:

It's possible to create a game with absolutely no art or coding skills, so even complete beginners can make something.

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Easy to jump into using an intuitive WYSIWYG editor

It's possible to create a game with absolutely no art or coding skills, so even complete beginners can make something.

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Large and active community

The engine has seen multiple iterations since 1995, so a large online community exists that is always willing to help each other out.

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Ruby / Javascript support provides depth to more experienced developers

With a script editor that uses a modified version of Ruby, it's possible to go well beyond the traditional RPG with this engine. Note: XP and VX use Ruby, the latest version "MV" uses Javascript for scripting.

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A cheap license that allows using the software commercially

There are several versions of RPG maker, with MV being the latest and most fully featured: MV ($79.99), VX Ace ($69.99), VX ($59.99) and XP ($24.99), 2003 ($19.99).

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Greater Map layers

MV Mapping uses an additional layer to create better depth.

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Multi-platform

MV supports HTML5 exports, so it is easier than ever to make your game work on iOS, android, OSX,Linux or Windows.

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MV has HTML5 export

You can now HTML5 export your projects, so you could theoretically host your game on your webserver, and have your friends play the game without ever having to install a single thing.